Baking Quirks

Before posting my recipes I should share that I have a few baking quirks that may break a rule or two of the science of baking.  This breaking of rules is quite uncharacteristic for me and I must admit that I do enjoy my little recipe rebellions.  Whether these are rule breakers or secret weapons, it's part of what I love about making the treats my own.  So here they are, my baking true confessions.
First, I think salt in baking is weird.  I know salt has a purpose and there are plenty of reasons for using it and the right amount of it, but I just can't do it.  I only use about half the amount of salt listed in recipes and even that hurts me.  I'm often guilty of overflowing the measuring cup with brown sugar and the spoon with vanilla, but never do I ever even come close to filling the measuring spoon with salt.
The next two quirks stem from a strong dislike of washing dishes.  If/When I have a bakery, the first person I hire will be a dishwasher and maybe even two!  I've come across a couple little tricks to lessen the dishwashing load.  When the recipe calls for a small bowl to whisk or mix together the dry ingredients I don't do it...that's a whole extra bowl to wash!  I just cream the butter, sugar and such then add in all the dry ingredients.  I give it all a quick stir before turning on the mixer, my attempt at partially following the recipe and at not coating the kitchen with flour, and end up with an even quicker clean up. Also, I like to line my baking trays and pans with parchment paper instead of just buttering them.  It helps with the sticking and the washing, double bonus!
Now that I've confessed my dirty baking secrets on with the recipes, minus a few pinches of salt!